January 27, 2012
by Gary HeitmanHere is a tip I found from Executive Coach Andy Robinson from the CRG Leadership Institute LLC:
Immediately following a presentation, an event you organized, a meeting you were in charge of, or an important project that you wrapped up, or something as important as a job or career fair consider making up a
"3 x 3 Evaluation" as follows:
1 - Write down three key "take-aways" from from this event (things you learned, things you need to remember, things that might help you in the future).
August 27, 2011
Let's be honest - Age discrimination happens. It is tough to avoid but you can take steps on your resume to reduce the chances and allow you to get the interview where you will shine.
Preparing a resume that emphasizes your value is a good first step to preparing for your job search. Here are ways to age-proof your resume:
July 11, 2011
I hear this everyday - Any time I ask the interview question: Tell me about yourself, people struggle. I found this great blog from Ira Kalb and added my own three cents (as usual)...
June 21, 2011
I found another great blog showing job search tips and strategies - Here they are, with my usual commentary added.
It’s not uncommon for hundreds of resumes to flood a company for just one position. This means that it’s a buyer’s market for employers and you’ll need to bring your A-Game to stand out from the crowd.
Here are 50 of the top job search tips and strategies that work –
Preparation
June 2, 2011
I am amazed everyday when job seekers come to see me in Ann Arbor and have no clue what LinkedIn is. It is no longer what you know or who you know - it is who do they know and who knows them. It is called building a network, and we all have them. Those we tailgate with on Saturdays are a network; those you go to church with on Sunday are a network; those you enjoy coffee with during the week are a network. They all know other people besides us and maybe, just maybe, they could know someone that may help us find a job.
June 2, 2011
I look at lots of resumes every day and have looked at 1000's over the last few years. I found a good article by Marilyn Gardner, Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor. Here it is with my additions and comments.
Among the men and women in the over 50 job group – some unemployed, others reentering the workforce – a common concern predominates. They want to know what is the latest and greatest way to create/recreate a resume.
April 7, 2011
I found this posting and loved it! 90%+ of HR professionals say that a picture adds credibility to your profile. There are actually pictures that can lower your credibility though. Please check out this great story from Laura Smith-Proulx, founder of An Expert Resume.
Some time ago, I ran across a LinkedIn profile picture of a job seeker who was holding a very specific political sign over her head.
In bright letters.
In shorts (and no, they did NOT become her).
April 4, 2011
This article is one of the best I've seen in terms of what do do while you wait. Penny Locey gets it!
That stretch between the first interview and the second one can be a killer. So too is the waiting if the hiring manager is so busy to finish interviews or reach a decision.
The hiring cycle is stretching longer as employers are more selective. Jobs that used to take two months to fill may take four times as long, as managers wait for better candidates, according to a WSJ.com article last month.
March 14, 2011
Unless you are one of the lucky few who works in a high-demand career, finding a new job can be a challenging and frustrating experience. You can make the job-search a bit easier on yourself if you use proactive strategies for finding a new job -- and the tips included in this piece are applicable to all job-seekers, from those just starting out to experienced folks who need a quick refresher. My observations in the present marketplace are also included.
Here's our list of the 15 best tips for finding a new job.
February 14, 2011
Are you planning to attend a career fair soon? Are you searching for pointers to help you succeed at the career fair? Do you know the activities job-seekers should perform before, during, and after the career fair?
Use this handy Career Fair Checklist
1. Activities to accomplish before the event
- Take the time to read one or more of the articles on working career fairs, which you can find in Career Fair Resources section of Quintessential Careers.
